Which of the following is the correct syntax to change the variable $value to a string using settype?

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PHP - Type Handling

Which of the following is the correct syntax to change the variable $value to a string using settype?

Asettype($value, "str");

Bsettype($value, 'string');

Csettype($value, string);

Dsettype($value, 'str');

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check correct type string for settype
The correct type name for string conversion is 'string' as a quoted string.
Step 2: Validate syntax
settype($value, 'string'); uses quotes and the correct type name. Options B misses quotes, C and D use incorrect type names.
Final Answer:
settype($value, 'string'); -> Option B
Quick Check:
settype string requires quotes and full type name [OK]

Quick Trick: Always quote the type name as a string in settype [OK]

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